Marsha Hart

Marsha Hart is a journalist who holds degrees in Communication and Psychology from East Tennessee State University. She moved to the area after working for several weekly and daily newspapers, including the Sacramento Bee. She has worked as a reporter and editor covering news, sports, real estate, and features. She enjoys a good book, a scenic hike, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.

New program helps incarcerated women get ink un-done

Oct 15, 2025

The tattoo removal program at the Washington Corrections Center for Women helps remove traumatic symbols, thanks to Lissé Medical Aesthetics of Gig Harbor.

Thriving Generation group aims to get families to put their phones down

Oct 01, 2025

Thriving Generation, a newly formed group, hosts a campaign kickoff on Oct. 10 and hopes families will participate in a phone-free weekend in November.

Canoe and Kayak Racing Team has a Special paddle planned for this weekend

Oct 01, 2025

The national-champion Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Racing Team will help Special Olympians learn about the sport on Sunday.

Circle of Friends Club leaders from Gig Harbor High dine with the governor

Sep 22, 2025

The Circle of Friends Club, founded two years ago, promotes suicide prevention and aims to erase the stigma of mental illness.

Being Neighborly | David goes the extra mile(s)

Sep 19, 2025

When she lost her driver’s license and bank card at a store in Gig Harbor, a stranger named David brought them back to her home in Olalla.

Being Neighborly | Shuttle driver found her most precious ring

Aug 15, 2025

A Bremerton Kitsap Airporter driver searched everywhere on his shuttle to retrieve an heirloom for this Gig Harbor woman.

American Sign Language group offers chance for communities to connect

Aug 11, 2025

The ASL group meets every Wednesday to learn new signs and build connections between Deaf and hearing people.

Being Neighborly | Wollochet Harbor Club puts the ‘neighbor’ back in neighborhood

Jul 18, 2025

The tight-knit Wollochet Harbor Club cultivates a sense of community through potlucks, game nights and more.

Fox Island raising money to resurface community’s beloved tennis courts

Jul 18, 2025

The community built the tennis courts thanks to a donation and a door-to-door fundraising campaign in 1973. They’re in need of some TLC now.

Clean out your closets for a good cause

Jul 14, 2025

Food Backpacks 4 Kids is now taking donations for its sixth annual Clothing Drive, which distributes items to families ahead of back-to-school season.